Apple
Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max
A solid mid-range laptop for everyday users and creators, leading with 16 in.
63/100
16 inApple M4 MaxApple M4 Max GPU48 GB1000 GB22 hours
£2,499best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- HDMI
- SD card reader
- Backlit keyboard
- Above-average gpu vram
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size16 "
Panel typeLiquid Retina XDR
Resolution3456
Design and build
Weight2.13 kg
Performance
CPUApple M4 Max
CPU cores16
GPUApple M4 Max GPU
GPU VRAM40 GB
Memory and storage
RAM48 GB
RAM typeUnified Memory
Storage1000 GB
Storage typeSSD
Battery
Battery life22 hours
Battery capacity99.8
Ports
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5
HDMIYes
SD card readerYes
Keyboard and biometrics
Backlit keyboardYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Software
Operating systemmacOS
Release
Announced2024
More specs
USB c ports3
Dci p3 coverage100 %
Max brightness1600 nits
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowApple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max vs Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch M4 Pro
Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 MaxMacBook Pro 16-inch M4 Pro
| AppleApple MacBook Pro 16 M4 MaxThis page | AppleMacBook Pro 16-inch M4 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63 /100 | 64 /100Better |
| Size | 16 " | 16.2 " |
| Weight | 2.13 kgBetter | 2.14 kg |
| RAM | 48 GB | 48 GB |
| Storage | 1000 GBBetter | 512 GB |
| CPU | Apple M4 Max | Apple M4 Pro |
| GPU | Apple M4 Max GPU | 20 |
Who it's for
Is the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
good
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 63/100 against other laptops, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max?
Its hdmi stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU605CX)?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU605CX) scores 64/100 versus this one at 63/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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